Associate Attorney Family Law

Job Description

Job Description

Work Setting :     
Hybrid remote in Oakland, CA 94612

About The Role
The Associate Attorney handles family law matters from initial filing through Judgment or Final Order, delivering the firm’s high standard of legal work while collaborating closely with shareholders, paralegals, and staff. The role combines substantive casework, client counsel, and court advocacy, and suits a lawyer who wants to build a career in family law at a tight-knit, values-driven firm.

Position Details
Reports To: Shareholders / Managing Partner  
Classification: Exempt  
Hours: Full-Time  
Compensation: Commensurate with experience, with full benefits

Core Responsibilities
Case Management & Advocacy

• Manage a caseload of family law matters from initial filing through Judgment or Final Order.
• Develop case strategy in collaboration with shareholders and keep clients informed throughout the matter.
• Appear at hearings, conferences, and trials, and represent clients in negotiations and settlement discussions.

Legal Research & Writing

• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, declarations, and briefs.
• Draft and review correspondence, agreements, and judgment packages.
• Ensure compliance with the CA Rules of Court, Family Code, Code of Civil Procedure, and applicable Local Rules.

Client & Team Collaboration

• Counsel clients with clarity, empathy, and professionalism.
• Work closely with paralegals and legal assistants to move matters forward efficiently.
• Contribute to firm knowledge-sharing and uphold the firm’s collaborative culture.

Professional Responsibilities

• Track and enter billable hours and meet annual billing expectations.
• Maintain active California Bar membership and complete required MCLE credits.
• Participate in firm and community events, including AAML activities as appropriate.

Additional Duties
The Associate Attorney may take on additional responsibilities as the needs of the firm evolve, and is expected to bring sound judgment, initiative, and a willingness to pitch in across the team.

If you are interested in the Associate position, please reply to this post with your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position and why you believe you would be a good fit for our firm.

Application Question(s):

• Are you comfortable appearing in court independently? Please describe your courtroom experience.
• Describe your experience drafting motions, declarations, settlement agreements, or trial briefs.
• How many active cases do you typically manage at one time? Describe your approach to prioritizing competing deadlines for your active cases.
• What types of family law matters have you handled? (Custody, support, property division, domestic violence restraining orders, post-judgment matters, appeals, etc.)

Experience:

• Family Law: 5 years (Required)
• License/Certification: California Bar License (Required)
• Ability to Commute: Oakland, CA 94612 (Required)

Benefits
Health Insurance  
401(K) + Matching  
Paid time off  
Dental insurance

To Apply
Please send your resume, salary expectations, cover letter, and a writing sample.

Ross Family Law, PC is a thriving, boutique family law firm with offices in Oakland and Pleasanton but predominantly operates remotely. We handle sophisticated family law cases. Our founding partner was the local President of the prestigious American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). Four of our six attorneys are Certified Family Law Specialists, as designated by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. That means we are firmly planted in the family law community and do the highest quality legal work. We value our relationships with local judges, opposing counsel, experts, and our other family law colleagues. In short, we’re good people, good lawyers, and we’re proud of our small firm’s big reputation.

We are a friendly and relaxed office where employees can work from the office or from home. We nurture our attorneys and staff so that they can grow professionally and interpersonally through weekly online team meetings and quarterly functions. We treat non-attorney staff like equals, and we value their input and expertise. Each one of us has high expectations because we are proud to work here. We also understand that life is about more than just work. We understand when your child or beloved pet is sick, and you need a day off.

Company Description

Ross Family Law, PC is a thriving, boutique family law firm with offices in Oakland and Pleasanton but predominantly operates remotely. We handle sophisticated family law cases. Our founding partner was the local President of the prestigious American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). Four of our six attorneys are Certified Family Law Specialists, as designated by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. That means we are firmly planted in the family law community and do the highest quality legal work. We value our relationships with local judges, opposing counsel, experts, and our other family law colleagues. In short, we’re good people, good lawyers, and we’re proud of our small firm’s big reputation. \n\nWe are a friendly and relaxed office where employees can work from the office or from home. We nurture our attorneys and staff so that they can grow professionally and interpersonally through weekly online team meetings and quarterly functions. We treat non-attorney staff like equals, and we value their input and expertise. Each one of us has high expectations because we are proud to work here. We also understand that life is about more than just work. We understand when your child or beloved pet is sick, and you need a day off.